Sans Superellipse Dolus 3 is a regular weight, very narrow, low contrast, upright, tall x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, packaging, signage, labels, condensed, modern, utilitarian, technical, retro, space economy, geometric clarity, systematic tone, signage utility, rounded corners, monoline, high-waisted, open apertures, compact spacing.
A condensed, monoline sans with rounded-rectangle construction and softened terminals throughout. Strokes stay even with minimal contrast, and curves resolve into superellipse-like bowls rather than true circles, producing a taut, engineered rhythm. Uppercase forms are tall and compact with narrow counters; lowercase follows with a high waist and short extenders, keeping the overall texture tight and vertical. Numerals echo the same narrow proportions and rounded corners, reading crisp and consistent in text.
Best suited to space-saving headlines and short blocks of copy where a compact, vertical texture is desirable. It works well for posters, packaging fronts, wayfinding/signage, and product labeling where a modern, engineered look and consistent monoline color are priorities.
The tone is clean and functional, with a subtle retro-industrial flavor reminiscent of signage and utilitarian labeling. Its narrow, upright stance feels efficient and space-conscious, while the rounded geometry adds approachability without becoming playful.
The design appears intended to deliver maximum economy of width while maintaining clarity through rounded, superellipse-based forms and a consistent stroke weight. The overall system prioritizes orderly rhythm, repeatable geometry, and a contemporary industrial voice.
Many joins and terminals are visibly softened, which reduces brittleness at small sizes and reinforces the rounded-rectangle theme. In running text the condensed proportions create a strong vertical cadence; generous interior rounding helps distinguish shapes despite the tight width.